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Horseshoe Bay, Port Elliot

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Must see · Beach · Nature / Park

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Popular with locals and tourists alike, Horseshoe Bay boasts some top diving and snorkeling spots. Just a short swim away from the iconic beach lie two granite outcrops lapped by crystal-clear waters, which abound with colorful fish and coral. If you feel up for the adventure, rent snorkeling equipment at the beach resort and head out there. The alternative is to spend a relaxed day just strolling on the soft sand or lounging under palm trees at the beach bar. Put Horseshoe Bay on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Port Elliot planning site.

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Horseshoe Bay reviews

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117 reviews

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4.8

By GlobalAdventureTrips

One of my favourite beaches in S.A! Love the scenery here. Ample parking available. Nice cafe right on the beachfront. Toilets located close to cafe and parking bay. We enjoyed doing the walking loop.... more

One of my favourite beaches in S.A! Love the scenery here. Ample parking available. Nice cafe right on the beachfront. Toilets located close to cafe and parking bay. We enjoyed doing the walking loop.... more »
By richarddH4954XQ

stayed at the Port Elliot caravan Park 10/10 flying fish cafe / restaurant 10/10 plenty to do if you book some venues and not far from Victor and Goolwa

stayed at the Port Elliot caravan Park 10/10 flying fish cafe / restaurant 10/10 plenty to do if you book some venues and not far from Victor and Goolwa more »
By Paul S

This scores a high mark for me simply for the many memories it evokes. There is a nice sandy beach, although with a fair covering of kelp. There was once a caravan park here, but it was moved along.... more

This scores a high mark for me simply for the many memories it evokes. There is a nice sandy beach, although with a fair covering of kelp. There was once a caravan park here, but it was moved along.... more »

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By Liisa Grace Baun

One of my favourite beaches in S.A! Love the scenery here. Ample parking available. Nice cafe right on the beachfront. Toilets located close to cafe and parking bay. We enjoyed doing the walking loop up above where you could see stunning views from all directions. We saw a seal 🦭 playing in the water from a distance.

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By Rahul Sikka

An absolutely stunning place. The views over horseshoe bay and Murray bay are spectacular, I would recommend Bowen over Airlee any given day 😁

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By patrick mclean

Great place to go for a walk and enjoy the view or grab something from the Cafe nearby.

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By Sin Fong Chan

Horseshoe Bay Visited on 19/6/2019 History has it that in 1850, Horseshoe Bay at Port Elliot was controversially selected as the major seaport. Unfortunately, the harbour had a reputation as a "ship trap", with seven ships wrecked between 1853 and 1864. From the lookout vantage point, visitors can enjoy picturesque scenery, and be hypnotised by the sound of the rhythmicmic ruse and fall of the waves. The wind is strong, and the waves keep rushing to the shore wash upon the sand. It is safer to walk on the boardwalk to reach the beach. It must be one of the best tourist attraction. Exercise extreme caution as the waves are big.

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By Hayley Trait

Stunning beach we will visit again for sure 💙

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